Rivers United have suffered a setback in their race for the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title after a loss on Wednesday.
It was Bayelsa United who edged Rivers United 1-0 in their matchday 31 clash at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa.
Kehinde Lawal struck in the 13th minute to secure all three points for the hosts, dealing a setback to Rivers United’s title ambitions.
Still sitting second spot on the table, Finidi George’s side remain five points behind league leaders Remo Stars.
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In Umuahia, Abia Warriors strengthened their bid for a continental spot with a 2-0 victory over Lobi Stars.
Sunday Megwo and Anthony Ijoma found the net for the home team.
Meanwhile, Kwara United secured a 1-0 win against Nasarawa United, thanks to Lawal Abayomi’s decisive strike in the 64th minute.
Former league champions Heartland extended their winless run to seven matches after being held to a goalless draw by Sunshine Stars at the Otunba Dipo Dina Stadium in Ijebu Ode.
Elsewhere, Kano Pillars and Bendel Insurance played out a 0-0 stalemate at the Sani Abacha Stadium.